TODAY, June 30
WEST COAST SWING DANCE WORKSHOPS
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 6 p.m. June 30
Details: West Coast Swing workshop. New intermediate steps and variations over three weekends. $10 per day, last session July 14. Instruction 6-7:30 p.m., with open dance from 7:30-9 p.m. This is a fundraiser for Hilo Elks.
Contact: Kolin, Deb Kettleson, 935-5018, kolin@hawaii.edu
SUNDAY, July 1
CALM DOWN
Where: Honokaa Hongwanji
When: 4 p.m. July 1
Details: Let peace begin with you. Learn how “mindfulness”can be applied in ourselves, our families, community, nation and the world. Practice includes mindfulness while eating, walking, singing, even washing dishes. All faiths welcome, “nones” included.
Contact: Miles Okumura, 640- 4602, info@peacedayparade. org
AWAKEN TO WHO WE ARE
Where: Waiaka Events, Waimea
When: 3:30 p.m. July 1
Details: Sitting and walking meditation, talk, dialogue/ inquiry. Non-denominational and open to all. By donation.
Contact: Gavin Harrison, 884- 5288, gavin@gavinharrison.net
WATER AEROBICS CLASSES
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 8 a.m. July 1
Details: The YWCA Aquatics Program offers water aerobics in solar-heated saltwater pool. Call for details.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935- 7141, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
MONDAY, July 2
FULL FIGURED DIVA AQUATICS
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 6:15 a.m. July 2
Details: The YWCA Aquatics Program offers a Full Figured Diva Aquatics class Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:15-7 p.m. $50/month.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935- 7141, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia
When: 10 a.m. July 2
Details: July 2-5, 2012. Learn how to use a computer even if you have never touched a mouse before. $36 plus $40 annual membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 3 p.m. July 2
Details: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 3-5 p.m.; $85/month, and Saturdays 9 a.m.-noon, $30/month.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935- 7141, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR SENIORS
Where: Kamana Center, Hilo
When: 2 p.m. July 2
Details: Learn functions of a digital camera and how to take good pictures. Bring your own camera and tripod. $10.
Contact: 961-8701
INTRODUCTION TO 2-D ART
Where: Hawaii CC, Hilo
When: 8-11:15 a.m. July 2-Aug. 10
Details: Monday-Friday studio class on designs, concepts, elements and principles of design. Alu Like tuition waiver for eligible Native Hawaiians.
Contact: Bert Klunder, 934- 2598, dma@hawaii.edu
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL ARTS
Where: Hawaii CC, Hilo
When: noon-3:15 p.m., July 2
Details: Monday-Friday; overview of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Dreamweaver web design. Alu Like tuition waiver for eligible Native Hawaiians.
Contact: Bert Klunder, 934- 2598, dma@hawaii.edu
WAIMEA BALLROOM DANCE
Where: Waimea Elementary
When: 7-8 p.m. July 2
Details: Come join the fun, no partner necessary. NightClub 2-Step is a slow rhythm dance. Six weeks of lessons for $10; 7-8 p.m., followed by half hour practice mixer. Registration from 6:30 p.m. first two weeks only. Dues $10. Lance Oliver, instructor.
Contact: Peter In, 885-4776, hipai@aol.com
TUESDAY, July 3
HOT HULA FITNESS
Where: Hawaii CC, Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. July 3
Details: This class provides a “total body workout” in 6o minutes. Work out to the sounds of traditional Polynesian drum beats fused with funky reggae. Fun for all ages and fitness levels; every Tuesday Thursday. Call to register.
Contact: Tiana Koga, 934- 2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu
DON’T CHA WANNA DANCE?
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 7 p.m.July 3
Details: Hilo Bay Dance Club classes start in beginning cha cha, beginning quickstep and intermediate Americantango. Beginners welcome; partner not needed. Visit www.hilobaydanceclub.com.
Contact: andrew bisset, 345- 0280, andrewbisset@hawaii. rr.com
THURSDAY, July 5
HAWAIIAN CULTURE
Where: Mt. View Senior Center
When: 6-8 p.m. July 5
Details: Halau Mele Academy of Hawaiian Arts, Music and Dance classes in hula, chant, protocol and conversational Hawaiian Tuesday-Thursday, weekly; open to various ages. $10-$30 monthly. Visit www. halaumeleohawaii.com.
Contact: 987-1866, halau@ halaumeleohawaii.com
WESTERN LINE-DANCE AND MORE
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 8 p.m. July 5
Details: Learn to western L-dance and more every Thursday from 8-10 p.m.; class 8-9 p.m., open dance 9-10 p.m. No partner required; beginners welcome. Parking in back.
Contact: Andy Aquino, 959- 5960, alpismo@aol.com
COMING
SPECIAL BON DANCE PRACTICES
Where: Hilo Meishoin Mission When: 7 p.m. Details: Tsukikage Odorikai practice open to public; free. Bring towel (tenugui) and fan (uchiwa). Special bon season schedule includes sessions July 10, 12, 17, 19 and 26; also, the practice scheduled for Aug. 2 has been cancelled. Contact: Meishoin, 935-6996, tsukikageodorikai@gmail.com
DANCING ON THE EARTH
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 10 a.m. July 7
Details: Shizuno Nasu helps you experience creative flow and dance in class open to all levels, including beginners and non-dancers. Sign up in advance; $45.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
COMPUTER FOR SENIORS
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia Place, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. July 9
Details: July 9-13. Learn basics of how a computer works. Type a paragraph, edit it, and save it to a flash drive and the hard drive. $36 plus $40 annual membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
AMERICAN RED CROSS CAT & DOG FIRST AID
Where: Hilo Red Cross Office
When: 1-4 p.m. July 14
Details: Learn basic information on how to recognize and care for emergencies and injuries in cats & dogs. This course will empower pet owners with the confidence and skills necessary to respond to emergencies involving cats and dogs by learning how to provide basic first aid skills, how to care for choking pets, rescue breathing and CPR; $70; register at www.redcross. org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury, 739-8121, maury.agcaoili@redcross.org
LEARN MUSHROOM CULTIVATION
Where: Hawaii CC, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. July 14
Details: Mushrooms are an excellent source of vegetarian protein and nutrition, and easy to grow. Gain hands-on experience inoculating mushroom kits as well as logs, and go home with a complete shiitake and oyster mushroom patch. Call OCET before July 6 to register, 934-2700.
Contact: Graceson Ghen, 934- 2700, graceson@hawaii.edu
BASIC WORD PROCESSING ON THE COMPUTER
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia Place 891 Ululani St.
When: 10 a.m. July 16
Details: July 16-18. Use Microsoft Word 2010 to edit and format documents. Only 8 students per class taught by seniors, for seniors. $36 plus $40 annual membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
SILK PAINTING
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 10 a.m. July 21
Details: Join Patti Pease Johnson in enjoyable and easy morning workshop for beginning and experienced artists ages 10 and up. $65 plus $10 supply fee. Call to register. A second, intermediate level course follows at 2:30 p.m.; same fees apply.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT
Where: Hawaii CC-Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 21
Details: Learn medical reimbursement billing. Classes on Saturdays, July 21-Oct. 13. Register by July 13.
Contact: Estee Nathanson, 934-2700, estherss@hawaii.edu
GET OFF THE GRID! SIERRA CLUB PROGRAM
Where: Aupuni Center, Hilo
When: 7 p.m.July 20
Details: Henry Curtis, of Life of the Land, will speak on shifting from centralized large-scale generators to smaller decentralized microgrids, with low-climate impact and low-environmental impact. He will contrast the massive grid proposed with undersea cables to a efficient distributed system.
Contact: Deborah Ward, 808- 769-2403, dward@hawaii.edu
INTERNET & EMAIL BASICS
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia Place, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. July 24
Details: July 24-27. Have fun exploring the World Wide Web and sending email, e cards and photos. Class taught by seniors, for seniors. $36 plus $40 annual membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
COMPUTER BASICS
Where: Hawaii CC, Hilo
When: 8 a.m.-noon July 30
Details: Easily learn basic computer skills step by step in plain English, hands-on basics of word processing and spreadsheets. Runs through Aug.10.Call to register.
Contact: Estee Nathanson, 934-2700, estherss@hawaii. edu
CENTER FOR AG SUCCESS
Where: NHERC, Honokaa
When: 5 p.m. July 27
Details: Course supports diversified small farm success through the Hawaii Island Farmer’s Guide to Accessing Local Markets. Topics are marketing, accounting, business plan development, soils, pest control, fertilizers, compost production, crop rotation and irrigation. Friday/Saturday, July 27-Oct. 12. Call for info.
Contact: Tony Kent, 934-2700, akent47@hawaii.edu
RED CROSS CPR/AED
Where: Hilo Red Cross Office
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. July 28
Details: For professional rescuers, health care providers with a duty to respond. $110; register at www.redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury,739-8121, maury.agcaoili@redcross.org
PILATES MATWORK 2
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Aug. 7
Details: Two-week mixed level matwork class; Kea Kapahua teaches innovative movement progressions beyond classical Pilates; $30. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
INTRO TO ZUMBA
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 5:45 p.m. Aug. 7
Details: Licensed Zumba instructor Kea Kapahua creates a fun workout to Latin and international rhythms. $35. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
HAWAII HORSE EXPO
Where: Pukalani Stables
When: 9 a.m. Aug. 11
Details: Hawaii Island Humane Society Hawaii Horse Expo Aug. 11-12 includes nationally renowned equine experts for two days of clinics and demonstrations. Proceeds benefit HIHS Horse Rescue Fund and Paniolo Preservation Society. For details, visit www.HawaiiHorseExpo.com
Contact: Connie, 371-4803, kaulike@msn.com
PILATES MATWORK 2
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Aug. 7
Details: Two-week mixed level; Kea Kapahua teaches movement progressions beyond classical Pilates repertoire. $30. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
INTRO TO ZUMBA
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 5:45 p.m. Aug. 7
Details: Kea Kapahua creates a fun workout to Latin and international rhythms. $35. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
AHA PUHALA O PUNA LAUHALA WEAVING
Where: Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
When: 9 a.m. Aug. 3
Details: Club celebrates 20th anniversary Aug. 3-5; projects for all levels. Cost $125, with kits to be purchased from kumu. Register by June 30.
Contact: 756-0093, ahapuhala@gmail.com
ONGOING
PERSONAL PATH TO PEACE
Where: Honokaa Buddhist Temple Hall
When: 4 p.m. Sundays
Details: Members of Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing instruct on how “mindfulness” can be applied in daily life. Open to all faiths, non-believers included. Let peace begin with you. Fees.
Contact: Miles Okumura, 640 4602, info@peacedayparade.org
ZUMBA GOLD TONING
Where: YMCA of Hilo
When: 6:30-7:30 a.m.
Details: Classes Monday, Wednesday, Friday for all levels, including seniors. Get fit, Get Toned, Get Inspired. Harriet Rocha at 640-3876.
Contact: YMCA, 935-3721; Harriet Rocha, 640-3876
ZUMBA GOLD CHAIR
Where: YMCA , 300 West Lanikaula Street, Hilo
When: 11 a.m.-noon
Details: Monday/Wednesday class for those needing a seated workout due to poor ambulation, weak knees, other special needs. Class offers a fun workout alternative.
Contact: YMCA, 935-3721; Harriet Rocha, 640-3876
HOT HULA FITNESS
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: times, dates vary
Details: Hot Hula Fitness on Mondays, 4:45-5:45 p.m. and on Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45 p.m. $3; open to all.
Contact: Hoku, 935-7141, hsumiki@ywcahawaiiisland. org
WADO KARATE TRAINING
Where: Sangha Hall
When: times, dates vary
Details: Traditional Japanese Wado Karate training. Monday/Wednesday, 5-6 p.m. beginners, 6-7 p.m. advanced class; Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m., mixed. Visitors welcome.
Contact: Craig, 987-1465
BON DANCE PRACTICE
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission
When: 7 p.m. Mondays, through June, and July 2
Details: Bring towel (tenugui) and fan (uchiwa). Free practice class open to public.
Contact: punahongwanji@ hawaiiantel.net; 966-9981
AIKIDO FOR ADULTS & TEENS
Where: Aikido of Hilo
When: times vary
Details: Beginner’s class Monday through Friday, 6:30 p.m.; Sunday at 4:45 p.m., and Wednesday, 9 a.m.
Contact: Barbara, 935-2454, AikidoOfHilo@hawaiiantel.net
HOT HULA FITNESS
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays
Details: Noenoe Kekaualua teaches Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m., Thursdays 8-9 a.m.
Contact: 935-7141, hsumiki@ ywcahawaiiisland.org
ANCIENT HAWAIIAN HULA FOR TEACHERS
Where: 96 Kekela St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Fridays
Details: Study hula kahiko, chant with Maile Yamanaka; help pass down traditions of Maiki Aiu Lake and Hoolu Cambra. By donation.
Contact: Maile, 937-4249, maileyamanaka@gmail.com
ZUMBA CARDIO & TONING
Where: Christian Liberty School
When: 6 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: $4/class; $20 card, with sixth class free. Classes also Wednesdays, Fridays at HPP Activity Center. Call.
Contact: Mary Jane Bowden, 937- 6371, mj_kreations@yahoo.com
THE ART OF FENCING
Where: Mountain View Gym
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Hawaii Island Fencing Club teaches; newcomers and spectators welcome.
Contact: Gayle Chavez, 985- 8702; Merle Gornick, 968-2000
BUDDHIST HEALING MEDITATION IN VOLCANO
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 4 p.m. Sundays
Details: Train mind in inner causes of fulfillment; discover lasting source of happiness. Free. Call Patty at 985-7470.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
CHINESE HEALTH
PRESERVATION SYSTEM
Where: Liliuokalani Park
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturdays
Details: Yang Sheng movements from Yi Chuan. Teacher certified in China. $10.
Contact: Andrew Plack, 935- 7207, andrew@arplack.com
HAN SHI YI CHUAN
Where: Ainaloa Longhouse
When: 5 p.m. Sundays
Details: Internal Kung Fu with teacher certified in China.
Contact: Glenn Pasion, 989- 9635, ckthetruth@hotmail.com
FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 1-3 p.m., first Saturday
Details: Open to public; free. Class on first Saturday of each month. Bring supplies.
Contact: Tasha, 961-5711, info@ehcc.org
QIGONG
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday
Details: Qigong for beginners, Thursdays; intermediate classes on Wednesdays.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967- 8222, julile@volcanoartcenter. org; www.volcanoartcenter.org
BEGINNING YOGA
Where: Hilo Armory
When: 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Catherine Southern teaches. Bring your own mat and towel. Six sessions: $18.
Contact: Bert Mukai, 961-8706
ZUMBA GOLD
Where: Sangha Hall, Hilo
When: 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Weekly; sponsored by Honpa Hongwanji Board of Buddhist Education. $5/$4 class for Hilo Betsuin members.
Contact: BJ Soriano, 961-6677, bjsoriano@hilobetsuin.org
BEGINNING YOGA
Where: P&R Culture & Arts
When: 5 p.m. Saturdays
Details: Catherine Southern teaches. Bring your own mat and towel. Cost for five sessions is $15. Call to register.
Contact: Bert Mukai, 961-8706
YOGA WITH EMILY CATEY
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
Details: Every Monday at 7:30 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m., for beginning and intermediate students. $10/$5.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967- 8222, julie@volcanoartcenter. org, www.volcanoartcenter.org
ALOHA FRIDAYS
Where: VAC Gallery, HVNP
When: 11 a.m. Fridays
Details: Free hands-on lesson is given in a cultural craft.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
RAJA YOGA CLASS SERIES
Where: Polestar Gardens, Pahoa
When: Call for details
Details: Learn techniques for uplifting energy and creating clarity, peace and success.
Contact: Bernadette Sabath, 430- 8009, infopolestar@gmail.com
KENDO
Where: Waiakea Rec Center
When: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m. Saturdays
Details: Ancient art, sport of Japanese fencing; samurai discipline associated with building character, endurance, self-composure, perseverence, respect for tradition. Open to all ages; $10/month.
Contact: Charlie, 935-1831, kobukan.kendo@gmail.com
DOG PSYCHOLOGY & SOCIALIZATION SUNDAYS
Where: Liliuokalani Park
When: 2-4 p.m. Sundays
Details: East Hawaii Dog Psychology Center free classes for dogs with socialization and/or behavior problems.
Contact: Carl Oguss, 933- 9763, easthawaiidogpsychologycenter@yahoo.com
AARP DRIVERS’
SAFETY COURSES
Where: Aging & Disability Resources, 1055 Kinoole St.
When: 9 a.m. on last Saturday
Details: Aimed at age 50-plus; open to all. $12/$14. Register.
Contact: Dan Lindsay or Susan O’Neill, 933-9313
ZAZEN SITTING
MEDITATION
Where: Akiko’s Buddhist B&B
When: Various times and days
Details: Sitting meditation from 6:45-8:20 p.m. Sundays, Mondays and Fridays, and 5:20-6:20 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. For all levels.
Contact: Akiko Masuda, 963- 6422, msakiko@hawaii.rr.com
CAPOEIRA
Where: HI Community College
When: 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday
Details: Increase agility, strength, endurance with Afro-Brazilian martial art form; all ages.
Contact: Graceson Ghen, 934- 2700, graceson@hawaii.edu
HBDA BALLROOM DANCING
Where: Waiakea High cafeteria
When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Learn merengue, tango and salsa.
Contact: Tina, 935-4665, hbdaehi@gmail.com
HOT HULA FITNESS
Where: HI Community College
When: 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Full body workout targeting the abs, legs, and arms to reggae, hip-hop and drum beats. No dancing experience needed. Call for details.
Contact: Tiana Koga, 934- 2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu
BEGINNING AIKIDO
Where: Aikido of Hilo
When: various times and days
Details: Aikido classes for all ages; nonprofit organization; visit www.AikidoOfHilo.org.
Contact: 935-2454, AikidoOfHilo@HawaiianTel.net
INTERMEDIATE UKULELE
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 5-5:45 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: For adults and children with prior knowledge of basic ukulele chords and strumming. Fine tune your playing; instructor Wes Awana.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
LIFE DRAWING
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Students bring art supplies, pay $10 model fee.
Contact: EHCC, 935-9085, info@ehcc.org
DANCE CLASSES
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Hilo Bay Dance Club; American-style tango, intermediate bolero, advanced foxtrot. Visit www.hilobaydanceclub.com. Register at 6:30 p.m. Novices welcome.
Contact: Andrew, 345-0280, andrewbisset@hawaii.rr.com
IRISH STEP DANCE
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Sarah Nash teaches. Call for details.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935- 7141, ext. 211, hsumiki@ywcahawaiiisland.org
